Frequent questions

Where are you located? Our address is 13171 Drippings Springs Rd. 63043

Do you hold belongings? We will hold valuables in the gazebo. All clothes and footwear can be left on the beach in buckets with lids. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items on the beach. We recommend you bring them with you or keep them in the car.

Do you take credit cards? Yes. We accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover

Do you allow pets on your rentals? Yes. Pets are allowed in canoes and stand up paddle boards. We do not allow pets in the cockpit type kayaks or any type of cycle.

How can I reserve the shelters? Reservations for the shelters are made through St. Louis County Parks at 314-615-4386.

Do I need a deposit? No. Everyone 18 years of age or older needs to bring a photo I.D. to hold for collateral.

How old do you have to be to rent? You must be 18 years old to sign the release of liability, or your legal guardian may sign for you. A liability release can be found on this website under “Release of Liability”. Each time your teen comes they need a new release. The under age teen may come without a parent if they have the signed release with them.

Please be aware that when signing for your underage child or teen, you are making the decision that your child is capable of going on the water by themselves. No lifeguard is on duty at the lake. If you are bringing a group of children or teens under the age of 18, please plan ahead for a release of liability for parents to sign.

How far is it around the lake? There are 3.7 miles of paved trail around the 320 acre lake. An additional loop around the soccer fields adds another 1.3 miles to the trail.

Why is swimming not allowed? The decision by the County to prohibit swimming has helped keep the lake clean and healthy. Because the lake is located in such a densely populated area, allowing swimming could potentially cause contamination. Also St. Louis County Parks does not want the liability.

What kind of equipment do you have? We rent canoes, kayaks, bicycles, and stand up paddleboards. We do not have sailboats, paddleboats, or wind surfs.

What should I wear? Shorts or swimwear. Your feet will get wet, so bring water shoes or old gym shoes that you don’t mind getting wet. In spring or fall wear rain boots to wade in the water. To keep your lap dry bring a garbage bag or rain coat.

Will the Asian carp jump in my boat? You may see Asian carp jumping near your boat. On very rare occasions these fish have landed in a canoe. They are not an aggressive or biting fish, and are not dangerous.

Can we bring our own boats on the lake and is there a charge? Yes, personal boats are allowed. There is no charge for launching your own boat.

I notice some people have gas engines on the lake. What are the rules? Gas powered engines are prohibited on the lake. The rowing club, Sailboat club, and Creve Coeur Lake Rentals are allowed to have rescue boats on the lake. Anyone may bring electric motors on the lake.

How deep is the Lake? The lake is 40ft. deep.

Do you rent Sailboats? No

Can we fish at the lake? Yes. You must have a valid fishing license if you are at least 16. Please do not bring the fish into the boat or you will be charged a cleaning fee.

How late in the year do you stay open? We stay open until the end of October, weather permitting.

What do you do if it rains? We will reopen if it rains for a short period. If it is lightening we close for one half hour every time it strikes. We will close for high winds. If it rains an hour or two before closing time, we may choose to close for the day.